Virginia Beach & Hampton Roads

Celebrate July 4th, 2025, at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront with live music, family fun, and fireworks. Full event guide with times, lineups, and tips! Looking for the best way to celebrate Independence Day in Virginia Beach? The annual Stars & Stripes Celebration is back on the Oceanfront this July

The 2025 housing market forecast highlights home prices, mortgage rates, and sales trends to help buyers and sellers navigate the second half of the year. Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025? As we head into the second half of the year, a lot of buyers and sellers are asking the same

Photo Credit: The Green Cat Virginia Beach Instagram / Website Why The Green Cat Virginia Beach Is My Favorite Spot for Healthy Eats Looking for the best healthy café in Virginia Beach? The Green Cat Café is a vibrant, locally-owned spot serving organic smoothies, fresh juices, and plant-based meal

Photo Credit: Sky’s The Limit Yoga Co. / Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Join Sky’s The Limit Yoga Co. for rooftop yoga at the Hilton Sky Bar in Virginia Beach. Ocean views, wellness, and community vibes make this a summer must! Looking for a unique way to enjoy summer in Virginia Beach? Sky’s The

U.S. homeowners hold $11.5 trillion in tappable equity, with HELOC rates falling. See what this means for Virginia Beach homeowners and smart borrowing strategies. Virginia Beach homeowners have more tappable equity than ever—$11.5 trillion nationwide—and borrowing against it just got cheaper. With

Top agents know when to fire bad real estate clients. Learn the 5 red flags, how to do it professionally, and why protecting your time and reputation matters. Not every client is a good fit. In today’s competitive real estate market, knowing when—and how—to fire a bad client is a smart move that p

Photo Credit: Opendoor Study / Virginia Beach MLS Selling a home is more stressful than a wedding for many Americans. Discover why and get expert tips to reduce stress for a smoother Virginia Beach home sale. Did you know selling a home is considered more stressful than planning a wedding? Accordin

Photo Credit: Hampton Roads MLS  Explore the May 2025 Virginia Beach real estate market update: rising prices, increased inventory, and expert tips for buyers and sellers in Hampton Roads. The May 2025 Virginia Beach housing market shows both rising home values and increasing inventory—giving selle

Photo Credit: KOA Virginia Beach / Local Food Truck Vendors Celebrate summer at KOA Virginia Beach’s Food Trucks & Fun event, June 7–8, 2025. Local eats, family games, and entertainment—open to the public! Looking for the perfect way to kick off summer in Virginia Beach? Mark your calendar for the

Multigenerational living is on the rise. Discover the benefits, design ideas, and why more Virginia Beach families are embracing this lifestyle. Multigenerational living is becoming one of the fastest-growing trends in housing, with nearly 1 in 5 homes purchased last year designed for multiple gen

Discover which home remodeling projects offer the best ROI and increase your enjoyment. Based on the 2025 Remodeling Impact Report, these updates boost value and joy. If you've been debating whether to remodel your home or just live with the quirks, here's something to think about: the right updates

Join Virginia Beach’s Memorial Day 2025 ceremony on May 26 at the Tidewater Veterans Memorial to honor fallen heroes with flyovers, a 21-gun salute, wreath-laying, and more. Free & open to the public. Virginia Beach is proud to honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the

  Real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran says uncertain markets are the best time to buy, and she’s got the track record to prove it. In this blog, we break down her top three signals that it's time to stop waiting and start house hunting.  Mortgage rates are still high. Prices keep climbing. And the F

  Discover how staging your living room, primary bedroom, and kitchen—the "Triple Threat"—can help your home sell faster and for more money. When it comes to selling your home, not all rooms are created equal.  In fact, there are three spaces that buyers pay the most attention to. And if you get t

  Summer is heating up, and so is the music scene at Virginia Beach’s Oceanfront Concert Series! Join us on Wednesday, May 21 at 7 p.m. at 24th Street Park for a free, unforgettable live performance by lovelytheband, with special guest Winyah. This vibrant concert series offers an eclectic mix of

Discover why real estate remains the top long-term investment for Americans. More people prefer real estate over stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies.  When it comes to long-term investments, Americans have a clear favorite: real estate.  According to a recent Gallup poll, 36% of Americans believe r

  Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Megan’s Frozen Margaritas! This easy, crowd-pleasing recipe blends limeade, tequila, triple sec, and a creamy scoop of lime sherbet for the perfect festive cocktail. Make ahead and keep frozen for your fiesta! Cinco de Mayo is all about vibrant flavors, good company,

  Get the latest insights on the housing market with Zillow's home value and home sales forecast for April 2025. Learn about current trends, forecasts, and what it means for homebuyers and sellers.   As we enter the spring season, the housing market is expected to continue its upward trend. In thi

The average first-time homebuyer is now 38—and that’s not a bad thing. Here’s why delayed homeownership is becoming the norm, what’s causing the shift, and how to move forward with confidence. Buying your first home doesn’t look anything like it did 30 years ago.  The average first-time buyer in 2

  Discover the exciting events happening in Virginia Beach this spring, from Easter egg hunts to symphony performances, and plan your month with our roundup of top activities.   As the weather warms up, Virginia Beach is coming alive with a variety of exciting events that are perfect for all ages.